USD/JPY Slips Below 152.50 as Japan Talks Tough USD/JPY remains under pressure in Tuesday’s Asian session, trading below the key 152.50 level. The Japanese Yen gains strength amid Japan’s verbal intervention and rising hopes for a fair trade deal with the US. Meanwhile, the US Dollar struggles as optimism around US-China relations adds further weight to the pair. 📌 Key Drivers: Japan’s jawboning boosts Yen sentiment Trade deal optimism dampens USD demand Technical resistance at 152.50 holds firm Traders are watching for further signals from policymakers and any shifts in trade negotiations that could sway the pair’s direction.